Eye on UMSL: CEEL of approval

Mar 4, 2019

Members of the “CEEL Team 1” Academy met on Feb. 26 in the ED Collabitat. The academy is an initiative of the Leadership Academy in Character Education program.

Student nurses call for expanded practice on APRN Advocacy in Action day

Mar 1, 2019

The nursing students hope to eliminate “leash laws,” which limit the physical area in which nurse practitioners can provide care.

Joshua John pursuing computer science degree with aid from NHBZ-UMSL Undergraduate Scholarship

Feb 28, 2019

The scholarship has been awarded the past five years with funding from Susan Feigenbaum, professor emeritus of economics, and her husband, Dr. Jay S. Pepose.

Rise of the Red & Gold: Snapshots from UMSL Homecoming 2019

Feb 25, 2019

The spirited homecoming festivities of 2019 captured by campus photographer August Jennewein demonstrate the extraordinary verve and talent of the UMSL community.

Marcia Chatelain spotlights young women’s experiences in the Great Migration during Black History Month keynote

Feb 22, 2019

The associate professor of history and African American studies at Georgetown University presented on Wednesday night at the Millennium Student Center.

Grounds department working to restore UMSL’s natural areas with Missouri Department of Conservation grant

Feb 21, 2019

Grounds Supervisor Gregory Ward organized a showcase event and workshop on Feb. 14 on South Campus.

Third annual UMSL|Hack aims to educate

Feb 21, 2019

MBA student and co-founder Mohamed Langi raised $25,000 to cover entry, food and prizes for the three winning teams.

Columbia University lecturer William Duggan outlines steps that lead to innovation

Feb 20, 2019

Nidec Motor Corporation sponsored Friday’s event in conjunction with UMSL’s Doctor of Business Administration program.

UMSL Eye Care campaign builds awareness to serve community

Feb 13, 2019

A new website, a billboard campaign, window clings and radio spots were designed to highlight the excellent care available.

Des Lee Fine Arts Festival attracts students from across the St. Louis region

Feb 11, 2019

More than 800 middle school and high school students took part in the festival, split across two days last week at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.

UMSL-tested aiming system hits shelves on new Callaway golf balls

Feb 8, 2019

The Triple Track putting system, created in St. Louis and tested at the UMSL College of Optometry, is part of the new Callaway ERC Soft golf balls.

RN to BSN program ranked No. 21 by NursingSchoolHub

Feb 5, 2019

NursingSchoolHub joins U.S. News & World Report, Value Colleges and Top RN to BSN in recognizing the program’s strength.

Never forget: Scenes from Bob Gummers’ Holocaust Remembrance Day talk

Jan 28, 2019

Gummers, a second-generation survivor, shared his family’s story Monday afternoon in the Fireside Lounge.

Proud to Be First Scholars Program aims to enhance opportunities for first-generation UMSL students

Jan 24, 2019

Economics Professor Emeritus Susan Feigenbaum and her husband, Dr. Jay S. Pepose, are funding the demonstration project, which will match students with dedicated faculty mentors.

Higher Learning Commission reaffirms UMSL accreditation for next 10 years

Jan 22, 2019

The regional accrediting organization requires regular evaluations to make sure the universities it governs are living up to standards of quality and continual improvement.

Three honored with scholarships at Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Observance

Jan 22, 2019

Lucy Grimshaw, Whytney Clay and Victoria Franklin received the scholarship for their academic work and community involvement.

Optometry student crafts handmade canoe and starts a family tradition

Jan 17, 2019

Porter Swartz, now in his second year at UMSL, cherished the opportunity to work on the project with his father and uncle during breaks from his studies.

Nursing student fights fire, saving neighbors’ dogs and home

Jan 16, 2019

Empowered by her nurse training, Lesley Colonia entered her neighbors’ smoke-filled unit and put out the blaze with a fire extinguisher.

New exhibition to showcase work of artists with disabilities at Gallery 210

Jan 7, 2019

The “This is Us” exhibition from Living Arts Studio/VSA Arts of Missouri will open with a reception on Jan. 26 and run through March 17.

Alumna and former Vice Chancellor Kathy Osborn named 2018 Citizen of the Year

Jan 4, 2019

Osborn, who holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education from UMSL, is the executive director of the Regional Business Council.

Inaugural medical mission trip impacts patients and providers alike

Dec 21, 2018

A group from the College of Optometry treated approximately 800 patients over an eight-day period on a Helping Hands Medical Missions trip to El Salvador.

STEM programs benefiting from $1 million gift from Bayer

Dec 19, 2018

The first-floor lecture hall in recently renovated Benton Hall will be named for the company in recognition of its generosity.

Nursing students educate at elementary schools in ongoing service learning program

Dec 14, 2018

The students craft fun anti-bullying, anti-drug and health and wellness lessons and games to teach students in first through sixth grades.

Freshman legislators visit UMSL on statewide tour

Dec 13, 2018

The 64 newly elected members of the Missouri House of Representatives and Missouri State Senate toured the UMSL Patient Care Center, science complex and Anheuser-Busch Hall.

100 Black Men honors Assistant Professor Sheila Grigsby with a Pillar Award

Dec 12, 2018

The nonprofit 100 Black Men of Metropolitan St. Louis awarded its Pillar Award for Health and Wellness to the College of Nursing faculty member during its annual gala.

‘College Connections’ program brings St. Louis Symphony musicians, area students together at Touhill

Dec 10, 2018

High school and middle school students from Bayless and Ferguson-Florissant school districts attended the performance of Igor Stravinsky’s “L’Histoire du Soldat.”

Students experiment with politics, media in ‘Role as Citizen’ exhibition

Dec 10, 2018

Students from Associate Teaching Professor Michael Behle’s “Expanded Artforms” class created work for a 50 State Initiative exhibition at the Kranzberg Arts Center.

UMSL to award more than 1,100 degrees during fall commencement

Dec 10, 2018

Grammy Award-winning soprano opera singer Christine Brewer will join poet Paul Thiel and educator Richard Jung in receiving honorary degrees, and alumna Sheila Burkett is slated to speak.

Biology PhD graduate researches the effects of climate change on alpine plants in the Himalayas

Dec 7, 2018

Robbie Hart, a curator at the Missouri Botanical Garden, is part of a network of scientists doing work as part of the Global Observation Research Initiative in Alpine Environments.

UMSL selects first class of Bond International Scholars

Dec 6, 2018

Jordan McCain, Sara McFarland, Cole Alves, Lauren Wilson and Eric Eggers each will spend the spring semester studying abroad with the help of a $5,000 scholarship.

Former US Sen. Kit Bond establishes international scholars program at MU, UMSL

Dec 6, 2018

The new program is funding $5,000 study abroad scholarships for an initial cohort that includes five students from each of the two universities.

Retired Emerson president provides insights on charting a successful career path

Dec 3, 2018

Edward Monser emphasized the importance of honesty in his CEO Speaker Series address last Wednesday at the Millennium Student Center.

STARS graduates have returned to UMSL to continue their science education

Dec 3, 2018

Hania Nuraini is majoring in biochemistry and biotechnology while Olivia Crowell pursues engineering on full scholarships, earned by completing the program in 2017.

Optometry student overcomes cancer, national boards as a new father

Nov 21, 2018

After studying through testicular cancer treatment, Adam Wira is on track to graduate in the spring and plans to use his optometry degree for good.

Child hackers encourage ethical use of skills at UMSL’s STLCyberCon

Nov 19, 2018

Brothers Ittai and Reuben Paul presented the keynote address at the annual cybersecurity conference.

UMSL-hosted summit highlights researchers working to combat some of society’s biggest challenges

Nov 16, 2018

The summit brought together faculty researchers in behavioral and social sciences from across the University of Missouri System.

College of Optometry updates Marillac Hall for recruitment, student success

Nov 16, 2018

Four floors have been upgraded to both refresh existing study spaces and create new ones for students in the college.

Eye on UMSL: Remembering citizen soldiers on Veterans Day

Nov 12, 2018

James Wright (left) spoke to a small gathering of faculty, students, alumni and staff Monday as UMSL commemorated Veterans Day with a reception in Clark Hall.

‘Type Hike’ show celebrating the outdoors completes run at Gallery FAB

Nov 12, 2018

Current and former UMSL students contributed to the collaborative show highlighting America’s national parks, shorelines and some notable endangered wildlife.

UMSL Piano Studio collaborates with MADCO 2 for ‘Remembering Debussy’ show

Nov 12, 2018

Fall recital combines music, dance and artwork to celebrate the legacy of French composer Claude Debussy.

UMSL helps transform lives with fifth annual Transgender Spectrum Conference

Nov 12, 2018

Black Lives Matter Canada cofounder Janaya Khan served as the keynote speaker for the fifth annual conference, held Friday and Saturday at the J.C. Penney Conference Center.

Gabby Douglas discusses Olympic distinction, disappointments in UMSL address

Nov 12, 2018

The three-time gold medalist spoke about her dynamic gymnastics career as part of an annual speaker series.

UMSL-sponsored youth voting program featured on KSDK

Nov 5, 2018

There are 18 St. Louis-area school districts – plus one private school – taking part in this year’s Kids Voting Missouri, a program run through the College of Education.

UMSL students dip their toes into international travel with faculty-led trips

Nov 5, 2018

The university helps coordinate about 25 short-term study abroad opportunities lasting between two and six weeks with most occurring every other year.

Growing faculty entrepreneurs is aim of UM System’s new express license

Oct 31, 2018

The fast-track license for faculty and staff inventors will enable them to focus on developing their businesses and commercializing their technologies.

MacArthur Foundation awards St. Louis County, UMSL additional $2.25 million to continue local justice system reform

Oct 24, 2018

New funding for a project led by Criminology and Criminal Justice Professor Beth Huebner will help advance strategies aimed at safely reducing St. Louis County’s jail population.

New ‘We Transform Lives’ mission statement on display on university buildings

Oct 22, 2018

UMSL introduced the greater St. Louis community to its new mission statement “We Transform Lives” by installing decals on three university buildings.

Telehealth traumatic brain injury project prepares DNP graduate for stroke care leadership

Oct 19, 2018

Alumna Jessica Dickman helped the VA’s traumatic brain injury clinic roll out the video telemedicine system during her doctoral work. It has been widely adopted by the VA St. Louis.

UMSL brings Missouri Veterans History Project under its umbrella to memorialize veterans’ oral histories

Oct 15, 2018

A new agreement gives the project a home base in the Department of Military and Veterans Studies.

National LGBT counseling organization honors Mark Pope with award in his name

Oct 10, 2018

Pope, a UMSL College of Education Curators’ Distinguished Professor emeritus, is a pioneer in his field and a former president of the American Counseling Association.